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Newspaper

Cairns Post

Location

Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Date

Mar 17, 1951

Page

5

World's first private atomic reactor to operate at NC State

The North Carolina State College will start a privately owned atomic reactor using four gallons of green yellow liquid fuel. The program aims to train university students across all classes in nuclear engineering and humanities, preparing a broad educational center for future energy research and applications.

Raleigh North Carolina A.P North Carolina State College Gunete Camildetae Joy Master Rave Weil Dhe Humanities Tne Anginesr Img Nome Nedineey Engineering Wivnal Slomie Lear Pare Meir Ney Sheriifie

Half Size Farm House Turbids and Flies Threaten Cattle

An agriculture notice describes the Lip placement of musk flies around cattle and methods to control them. It discusses spraying with emulsions, target areas along the withers and rump, and the use of DDT with recommended dosages for varying cattle numbers. The text notes flies cause irritation and poor sleep, emphasizing timing and coverage for effectiveness.

Holt

Rebuff to Labour From Que Special presentada Semen Mar

A Que special report discusses divisions within the Labour Party amid protests against Dr Evatt and government policy. It notes dissent among party members, unionists, and Western Australian MPs over Deputy Leader Evatt’s defense of Communist-linked interests. The piece cites Dr Coombe and government actions as context for the rift.

M Grant Neat Labour Party Evatt Anberra Byatt Aamailet Fom Comiaup- W Ind Trede Labour Mambera Chittempt

Raising Vegetable Seedlings

Seedling care guidance from the Horticulture Branch advises heavy watering at seedbed start then withholding water until leaves wilt. Thin seedlings to about an inch apart, provide shading as needed, and transplant when strong. Prick holes, handle gently, and plant with soil adhering to roots in moist beds or containers.

Department of Agriculture

Presbyterian Mens Club Bowls Night Faces Light Attendance

A Presbyterian Men’s Club indoor bowls event at St Arn’s Hall drew a small turnout with many members seated out. Post-dance tributes honored Walter Reid on his forthcoming birthday and 50th anniversary of his joining the club, with plans announced for the next gathering and an invitation to more Presbyterian men to attend.

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Unusually hard winter grips Portugal amid floods

In Lisbon and across Portugal heavy rains and floods disrupt daily life. Rivers rise, transport halts, and factories close as schools and work suspend. Northern Porto area sees river levels threaten sectors, while relief efforts focus on flood control and safety.

Lisbon Portugal Oporto Brazil Livbon Oho Pakar

War Memorial Women’s Auxiliary Rally at Harberton

In Harberton the Women’s Auxiliary held a commemorative gathering with veterans and supporters, praising contributions from World War I and earlier conflicts. Speakers, music, and a shared supper followed a tribute to fallen and serving soldiers, highlighting community unity and gratitude.

Teenage Pimples and Menstrual Changes Discussed by Doctor

A doctor addresses teenage pimples and puberty related changes, explaining how menstruation and hormonal shifts affect skin. The dialogue covers common concerns, hygiene tips, and calming guidance for adolescents uneasy about evolving bodies.

Sas tema Progrem-Aumeision Meeting Notice

Fragmented OCR text shows a monthly meeting notice for a group with unclear title and attendees. Key readable items include a March date and a person named Mr Mares. The readable portion is incomplete.

Sastema Progrem — Aumeision Mr Mares

Athletes Asked to Budapest APs and Polk peers noted

Fragmentary text indicates requests involving athletes for Budapest AP assignments and mentions Polk peers. The source is too fragmentary to extract clear names, dates, or events.

Budapest Aps Count Ag Rote Zaa Polk Hole

Sweet Pea Growing Tips From March Planting Advice

Gardener guidance suggests sowing sweet peas around mid March, with soil prep, trenching, and nitrogen balance. Use deep, wide beds three feet apart, prepare the site, manage roots, and provide steady moisture. Apply lime to adjust pH, mulch, and protect against mildew with weekly sprays. vertical growth aided by pinching and removing excess growth for long stems.

Ube Rene Trella Tlon Nighid Maaure Yale

Lice on Poultry and Natural Control Methods

A paginner describes a lice outbreak on pullets and notes the impact on laying. He observes head, wing, body, and feather-lice varieties, their eggs, and where they attach. The article advocates dusting with earth as a natural control and warns heavy infestations reduce production and cause illness. treatment timing and effectiveness are discussed.

Father Dimeutt

Innisfail Show Dates Listed for July Events

A fragmented notice lists show dates for Innisfail events with placeholders and unclear details. The readable fragments indicate potential performances around July with references to admission and participants, but specifics are obscured. More legible information is needed to confirm exact dates and participants.

Postwar Housing Crisis Expands with New Homes Planned

Reports show Britain failing to place over a million postwar houses with new homes. Officials note more than 1,126,000 people remain homeless as housing programs push to create 21,000 permanent residences to replace wartime shortages.

Britain

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